Job summary
An exciting opportunity at Kingston Maternity Unit for a Band 5 immunisation nurse to work alongside a Band 6 immunisation midwife. This post is part-time and will be a great opportunity for nurses who wish to gain further experience in health promotion and work with another immunisation midwife.
Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The role is to support the new RSV vaccination and the seasonal administration of flu, whooping cough and COVID vaccinations to our pregnant ladies. You will need to develop a close working relationship within the multidisciplinary team in the midwifery department. The post entails part clinical and the appropriate administration of the immunisation service.
About us
Kingston Hospital - First Acute Trust in London to be rated Outstanding by CQC for Overall Quality and Leadership
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a district general hospital situated in a beautiful and remarkable part of the country - close to London yet surrounded by royal parks, historic buildings and the River Thames. We are located on a single site in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey and run several outpatient clinics in neighbouring areas including Raynes Park Health Centre and Teddington Memorial Hospital.
We employ 3,300+ staff who proudly and efficiently support over 350,000 people locally through a full range of diagnostic and treatment services and we have a national reputation for innovative developments in healthcare, particularly in 'patient-focused' care, day surgery and maternity services.
Health and Wellbeing & Staff Benefits
The Trust understands that benefits go beyond just financial rewards and offers a wide range of benefits that recognise staff contribution, provide opportunities for career development and offer initiatives to promote a healthy work-life balance. -Our Health Heroes Awards 2018 - Staff Retention and Wellbeing Employer of the Year. -HPMA Vivup Award for Well Being 2019.
Trust Values
Kingston Hospital NHS Trust has four key values and we want to employ and work with people who share these values and demonstrate behaviours that support them. They are:
- Caring- Safe - Responsible - Value Each Other - Inspiring
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document and person spec which contains more information about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Registered Nurse
Desirable
2. Mentorship in practice qualification or equivalent
Skills
Essential
3. Good interpersonal skill
4. Ability to work in a team
5. Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
6. Ability to assist in training staff
Knowledge
Essential
7. Evidence of sound professional and clinical knowledge
Desirable
8. Positive attitude
9. Adaptable and flexible
10. Friendly and approachable
Experience
Desirable
11. Previous experience with immunisation programmes